Outstanding knife. I bought this knife (in 'military green') because the high carbon blade is better at throwing sparks. Unfortunately, even in CO doing really limited work with food prep and giving it a rinse and dry, it started to show corrosion. If I had oil with me all that time that'd be fine, but it isn't something I want to deal with so I returned it in favor of the 546 Craftline S Pro with the stainless blade. The advantages (for about $4 more) is that you get the corrosion resistance PLUS a rubber over plastic grip for portions of the handle which radically improve grip. Mine looks just like the one you had, with the blue insert on the black handle. Absolutely spectacular, and they'll make nice inexpensive but incredibly useful (and appreciated) gifts for friends.
I was a diver , I wanted a knife that was sharp and cheaper so I wouldn’t mind taking it in salt water and possibly lose it , bought a mora , I was definitely impressed, I got two SS and Carbon , blued the carbon w/vinegar, keep in in my everyday carry backpack, just in case I need a sharp knife
I didn't understand what all the fuss was about this knife until I bought one. I was pleasantly surprised by its razor sharp edge. All other cheap knives I bought couldn't cut butter so to have an even cheaper knife I could shave hair with was mind-blowing. This knife would be perfect for bush-craft and would make an excellent skinning knife for hunters
I've seen your prolific commenting on many of the videos I happened to watch on UA-cam (especially Nightwish). Not only do you have great taste in music but knives as well, ha! I'm going to purchase a few Mora's for myself and coworkers, they're amazing value tools. Cheers!
I work in a garden center and carry a mora as my primary knife. Everything is right about it, including the price and weight. SS version to prevent rust because I often work in wet conditions so that helps. And it sharpens up easily. Cutting cordage, some wood, sticks, small branches, pruning, root cutter, digging up weeds. If I lost it I would easily just replace it with another copy. The sheath also doesn't rattle, Which is nice.
I've had more mora knives than I remember (being swedish with family from around where it's made kinda helps). Being me I of course have a pink one, that Mora made some years back. Use it as a cheap everyday knife. A perfect backpack knife that's easy to see, being pink.
@@MontanaJeff yeah, apparently still available in the US. Haven't seen them here for a while www.bladehq.com/item--Morakniv-Basic-511-Fixed-Blade--117786
My wife recently bought one of these for teaching kids crafts at forest school. I had never heard of Morakniv but I was really impressed with the blade. Then she told me the price and my jaw dropped! Must get one for myself!
Nope. This is a well regarded, OLD company. This knife was designed for craftsman and construction workers who demand a lot from their gear. I own a bunch of knives, to include the stainless version of this (Craftline S Pro 546) which are MUCH more expensive. This is one of the best knives I own. The price reflects production costs and numbers, not quality. In fact, the reason it has been made for so long is because it's such a high quality knife.
I feel the same way about the Mora Robust, I also own a 511 it's great for feather sticking and food prep and carving, (I'd carry a 10 ml dripper bottle of oil to apply a few drops after each use and clean) it is more controlled for carving the thin profile shines with certain tasks but I find if I have my Robust on my belt I don't bother bringing the 511.
morakniv is my new favorite...personally own a basic 546 (stainless blade, black & orange handle/sheath) and 2 basic 511's (carbon steel blade, red & black handle/sheath); I also bought 2 511's as 'thank you' gifts (black & tan handle/sheath)...hope my friends enjoy them
Thanks for the 546 mention, I looked it up and it’s apparently the 511 but stainless, so for the extra $3i grabbed one. I want it for kitchen use, hence lower maintenance.
I just ordered a Mora Basic 511 (because of your recommendation), this will be my ninth Mora knife. I have many other brand knives which I enjoy but, the Mora knives are great little knives at a great price. I also ordered a Condor Terrasour which looks interesting.
Excellent choice! I actually have 2 more on the way from Blade HQ myself. Excellent little knives. Let me know what you think of the Terrasaur! I've had my eye on that one for a bit.
I can back this video too, i have a mora basic, and i also have more expensive marttiini knives, both brands are incredible, and all you need to keep them razor sharp, is a strop and stropping compound, scandi grind knives are the best, and for food prep a cheap opinel no8, its all you will ever need, i just buy all other knives because its a great hobby 😊
Nein Nein Nein ,,don't buy it,,you have to spend at least $200 for a Knife??? 😂 😂 😂 JUST KIDDING,,Great knives,affordable and buy Carbon so you can play with mustard,acid,lemon to practice etching art 😂 or stainless if by the sea 🌊 and salty water 💦..MoraKniv covered every aspect of bushcraft Knives...
As a Swede mora basic in Sweden is not marketed to bush crafters or as a outdoor knife. This is the basic carpenter knife. Mora basic is the knife that you use as a wire cutter, opening paint cans, or pound on it with a hammer to use it as chisel. This is the knife that you abuse and destroy. you have it for a month or two and then you buy a new. They cost between 3-5 dollars I sweden. It’s not considered a nice knife it’s a carpenter’s tool and not that you bring close to food or with you on hunting trips. This is the knife that you have ten of in a bucket in your shed. But they are still great knifes but it is interesting that you guys have such a different view of what type of knife this is.
Great feedback! And for me, I use them exactly how you are describing. I would agree that them being a "bushcraft" knife will probably disappoint some people in the long run. I just got the eldris pocket size to test that one out. Thanks for watching!
@@MontanaJeff it also believe its how its marketed in different countries. here we have a tradition of using mora at work. almost everyone on a build site from carpenters to electricians use a mora or similar Swedish knives as hultafors or bacho. in sweden mora is also a big oem manufacturer so you can find mora under different names. i believe some knives from bacho are made by mora. But mora is a brand that is very tightly connected to swedish culture its almost that mora is defining swedish the same as ikea and Swedish meatballs, and the first knife you get as a kid is often a mora. and the mora 2000 is the basic knife for the swedish military. Mora has been good to use that to expand their market. the knifes i use for cooking is Mora with the same handle as the their classic models. I think its fantastic that Mora has been enable to make high quality knifes in a small town in sweden in modern times when so much of manufacturing is moved to countries where it is cheaper. a lot of the steel they use is also locally sourced from sandvik about 40 min drive from mora.
@@shanedarden5238 Ya has a good edge to strike a fero rod. I can definitely understand wanting it a little smoother if you don't plan to use it that way.
I've got one of these and I like it alot, have one question, is there a purpose for the thing on the sheath with what looks like a crown and boat paddles? It sticks out like it's got a use or something
The 511 (carbon steel) and 546 (stainless steel) are better used for kitchen, glove box and basic EDC. If you are going to do bushcraft upgrade to the mora companion or robust. Be aware that the robust has a hard handle unlike the companion (might want to wear gloves with the robust) but both of these are damn near indestructible. Just food for thought.
I'm thinking for real heavy use it will be. That said, it's really not made for super heavy pounding or prying. I think you're going to love it. And for $8, how can you go wrong?
The tang actually goes depper into the handle ive seen that video the guy made an update to it cutting the handle in half i still wouldnt chop any logs with it though still a very good general purpose knife
------ The Hultafors GK is an indestructible knife in the price range of about 10 to 15$. Hultafors is another Swedish brand. They make axes. And knives and tools.
nice video - thanks ! i have been using 511s and the Robust for years - they are hard to break. 511 in black/blue and black/black? never seen before. where can i order these please ?
For the uses I have, I would say no. The best part of the Mora is they are low cost enough you can have multiple. I would go that direction but it all depends on your uses.
It appears that one isn't on the bladehq site anymore. This one is close: www.bladehq.com/item--Morakniv-Pro-S-Knife-Blue-3-Satin--28084 The do special runs on these things so that lighter blue may have been a special run (though it never said that)
In Sweden it is considered a worker's knife. 99.99% of these type of knives (includes other brands such as Hultafors, Bahco etc) are never resharpened. They are discarded when dull.
Outstanding knife. I bought this knife (in 'military green') because the high carbon blade is better at throwing sparks. Unfortunately, even in CO doing really limited work with food prep and giving it a rinse and dry, it started to show corrosion. If I had oil with me all that time that'd be fine, but it isn't something I want to deal with so I returned it in favor of the 546 Craftline S Pro with the stainless blade. The advantages (for about $4 more) is that you get the corrosion resistance PLUS a rubber over plastic grip for portions of the handle which radically improve grip. Mine looks just like the one you had, with the blue insert on the black handle.
Absolutely spectacular, and they'll make nice inexpensive but incredibly useful (and appreciated) gifts for friends.
I was a diver , I wanted a knife that was sharp and cheaper so I wouldn’t mind taking it in salt water and possibly lose it , bought a mora , I was definitely impressed, I got two SS and Carbon , blued the carbon w/vinegar, keep in in my everyday carry backpack, just in case I need a sharp knife
I didn't understand what all the fuss was about this knife until I bought one. I was pleasantly surprised by its razor sharp edge. All other cheap knives I bought couldn't cut butter so to have an even cheaper knife I could shave hair with was mind-blowing. This knife would be perfect for bush-craft and would make an excellent skinning knife for hunters
I've seen your prolific commenting on many of the videos I happened to watch on UA-cam (especially Nightwish). Not only do you have great taste in music but knives as well, ha! I'm going to purchase a few Mora's for myself and coworkers, they're amazing value tools. Cheers!
I work in a garden center and carry a mora as my primary knife. Everything is right about it, including the price and weight. SS version to prevent rust because I often work in wet conditions so that helps. And it sharpens up easily. Cutting cordage, some wood, sticks, small branches, pruning, root cutter, digging up weeds. If I lost it I would easily just replace it with another copy. The sheath also doesn't rattle, Which is nice.
I've had more mora knives than I remember (being swedish with family from around where it's made kinda helps). Being me I of course have a pink one, that Mora made some years back. Use it as a cheap everyday knife. A perfect backpack knife that's easy to see, being pink.
Excellent! Not sure I've seen a pink one what a great color for a camping knife!
@@MontanaJeff yeah, apparently still available in the US. Haven't seen them here for a while www.bladehq.com/item--Morakniv-Basic-511-Fixed-Blade--117786
@@theablanca17 Excellent! That's gonna have to be added to my collection!
My wife recently bought one of these for teaching kids crafts at forest school. I had never heard of Morakniv but I was really impressed with the blade. Then she told me the price and my jaw dropped! Must get one for myself!
Definitely need to get one for yourself! Maybe two! Thanks for commenting!
picked up one of these Moras as well as a couple Opinels, can't wait to get my hands on them!
Curious how you like them?
It is popular not because it is cheap but because it is quality
I'd say it's both but it's not. It's INEXPENSIVE and quality. Love mine.
Nope. This is a well regarded, OLD company. This knife was designed for craftsman and construction workers who demand a lot from their gear. I own a bunch of knives, to include the stainless version of this (Craftline S Pro 546) which are MUCH more expensive. This is one of the best knives I own. The price reflects production costs and numbers, not quality. In fact, the reason it has been made for so long is because it's such a high quality knife.
I own 23 Mora's. The 511 is an awesome knife best bang for the buck fixed blade in my opinion.
Wow 23?!?! You're the ultimate case study!
I feel the same way about the Mora Robust, I also own a 511 it's great for feather sticking and food prep and carving, (I'd carry a 10 ml dripper bottle of oil to apply a few drops after each use and clean) it is more controlled for carving the thin profile shines with certain tasks but I find if I have my Robust on my belt I don't bother bringing the 511.
morakniv is my new favorite...personally own a basic 546 (stainless blade, black & orange handle/sheath) and 2 basic 511's (carbon steel blade, red & black handle/sheath); I also bought 2 511's as 'thank you' gifts (black & tan handle/sheath)...hope my friends enjoy them
Wow you're definitely a fan! They're a great little knife, no doubt about it!
Thanks for the 546 mention, I looked it up and it’s apparently the 511 but stainless, so for the extra $3i grabbed one. I want it for kitchen use, hence lower maintenance.
I have a few Morakniv knives and i love them all.🙂
Just ordered 3 of these 1 for my truck and 2 for the boat. For the money these can not be beat.
Totally agree! I have 2 and I feel as though I need a few more lol!
I have a few models. The 511 is my favorite carving knife
I just ordered a Mora Basic 511 (because of your recommendation), this will be my ninth Mora knife. I have many other brand knives which I enjoy but, the Mora knives are great little knives at a great price. I also ordered a Condor Terrasour which looks interesting.
Excellent choice! I actually have 2 more on the way from Blade HQ myself. Excellent little knives. Let me know what you think of the Terrasaur! I've had my eye on that one for a bit.
i have a companion and just love it... i like the basic gonna have to get a couple.thanx great review new sub
I have more than twenty Morakniv knives!I love them all!
Wow you're a super user!
Мора -шикарные ножи делает. Я ношу в лес 511.Она хорошо справляется с древесиной и продуктами .Замечательная стойкая режущая кромка
This is my 11 year old daughters forest knife... handle is super safe for a kid but I love it too.
Excellent use! Great for kids that age. Those darn things are super sharp!
I can back this video too, i have a mora basic, and i also have more expensive marttiini knives, both brands are incredible, and all you need to keep them razor sharp, is a strop and stropping compound, scandi grind knives are the best, and for food prep a cheap opinel no8, its all you will ever need, i just buy all other knives because its a great hobby 😊
Nein Nein Nein ,,don't buy it,,you have to spend at least $200 for a Knife??? 😂 😂 😂 JUST KIDDING,,Great knives,affordable and buy Carbon so you can play with mustard,acid,lemon to practice etching art 😂 or stainless if by the sea 🌊 and salty water 💦..MoraKniv covered every aspect of bushcraft Knives...
Does the high carbon one rusts faster . Is it a concern ?
As a Swede mora basic in Sweden is not marketed to bush crafters or as a outdoor knife. This is the basic carpenter knife. Mora basic is the knife that you use as a wire cutter, opening paint cans, or pound on it with a hammer to use it as chisel. This is the knife that you abuse and destroy. you have it for a month or two and then you buy a new. They cost between 3-5 dollars I sweden. It’s not considered a nice knife it’s a carpenter’s tool and not that you bring close to food or with you on hunting trips. This is the knife that you have ten of in a bucket in your shed. But they are still great knifes
but it is interesting that you guys have such a different view of what type of knife this is.
Great feedback! And for me, I use them exactly how you are describing. I would agree that them being a "bushcraft" knife will probably disappoint some people in the long run. I just got the eldris pocket size to test that one out. Thanks for watching!
@@MontanaJeff it also believe its how its marketed in different countries. here we have a tradition of using mora at work. almost everyone on a build site from carpenters to electricians use a mora or similar Swedish knives as hultafors or bacho. in sweden mora is also a big oem manufacturer so you can find mora under different names. i believe some knives from bacho are made by mora. But mora is a brand that is very tightly connected to swedish culture its almost that mora is defining swedish the same as ikea and Swedish meatballs, and the first knife you get as a kid is often a mora. and the mora 2000 is the basic knife for the swedish military. Mora has been good to use that to expand their market. the knifes i use for cooking is Mora with the same handle as the their classic models. I think its fantastic that Mora has been enable to make high quality knifes in a small town in sweden in modern times when so much of manufacturing is moved to countries where it is cheaper. a lot of the steel they use is also locally sourced from sandvik about 40 min drive from mora.
Just got one I work out doors and carry a fixed blade on my belt ….as a US marine and Eagle Scout u should always have a blade on ya it’s a tool
great knives i have 2 companion heavy duties and the kansbol
Excellent! They really are great knives. Im up to 4 myself!
Can't wait to see the barbeque channel!
Thank you! Coming soon!
@@MontanaJeff Got it yesterday very pleased with it . The top edge is a little rough. Think I can smooth it up with sandpaper or small file
@@shanedarden5238 Ya has a good edge to strike a fero rod. I can definitely understand wanting it a little smoother if you don't plan to use it that way.
Truly a great little knife!!!
It really is!
I just ordered 5 mora basic knives. One for me, the others for family and friends.
You won't regret it!
The blue one is : Morakniv Pro S is the Basic 546 (Stainless Steel), with an optimized handle made of TPE rubber.
Not the one he is showing, blade height is too small to be the Pro S, and you can see carbon imprinted on the blade. I want one.
@@TestEric yes, you right
Great video man I loved it. I recently bought two of these knives.
Come back and let me know how you like them after you play with em for a while!
Montana Jeff I will let you know. I actually just ordered them from eBay and they should arrive by the fifth of May.
@@johncoyote7455 did you like them ?
@@Ben.Cullen Yes I liked them Very much. They seem to go right through wood like butter.
@@johncoyote7455 thanks for the info
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I've got one of these and I like it alot, have one question, is there a purpose for the thing on the sheath with what looks like a crown and boat paddles? It sticks out like it's got a use or something
@@roddinandracin1153 it’s a stud that attaches to the back of another sheath so you can carry them stacked
Great little knifes ,especially for the price
No doubt! Can't beat $8...
Just ordered one of these because I watched too many bushcraft videos and they seemed to do well for the price
You wont be disappointed! Let me know what you think of it after you get it!
They are,great knifes imo
The 511 (carbon steel) and 546 (stainless steel) are better used for kitchen, glove box and basic EDC. If you are going to do bushcraft upgrade to the mora companion or robust. Be aware that the robust has a hard handle unlike the companion (might want to wear gloves with the robust) but both of these are damn near indestructible. Just food for thought.
@@matthewlangley5565 m.ua-cam.com/video/Ff-vPZfo9I0/v-deo.html
Matthew Langley excellent input! Thank you!
Cool man, just bought one. I was a little bummed to see the tang is so short, from another video. Is this a problem for durability?
I'm thinking for real heavy use it will be. That said, it's really not made for super heavy pounding or prying. I think you're going to love it. And for $8, how can you go wrong?
The tang actually goes depper into the handle ive seen that video the guy made an update to it cutting the handle in half i still wouldnt chop any logs with it though still a very good general purpose knife
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The Hultafors GK is an indestructible knife in the price range of about 10 to 15$.
Hultafors is another Swedish brand. They make axes. And knives and tools.
nice video - thanks ! i have been using 511s and the Robust for years - they are hard to break.
511 in black/blue and black/black? never seen before. where can i order these please ?
I ordered mine from Bladehq.com. Thanks for watching!
@@MontanaJeff thanks for your reply. but shipping it to Thailand would be more expensive than the actual knife.
If you own the 511 and 546, would the Pro be an advantage or improvement?
For the uses I have, I would say no. The best part of the Mora is they are low cost enough you can have multiple. I would go that direction but it all depends on your uses.
Where do I get a blue and black 511? I have never seen one.
Blade HQ normally has them. They seem to be out of stock right now. Here's a link!
www.bladehq.com/item--Morakniv-Basic-511-Fixed-Blade--108522
i can't find whole black handle Mora (511) in germany.
Weird. Does Bladehq.com ship to germany?
I can't find that blue one..where u got it?
It appears that one isn't on the bladehq site anymore. This one is close: www.bladehq.com/item--Morakniv-Pro-S-Knife-Blue-3-Satin--28084
The do special runs on these things so that lighter blue may have been a special run (though it never said that)
It’s 6 euros in Holland.
And the 546 is 9.
Excellent! Thanks!
The fact that this was uploaded on april the 1st was a little bit worrying lol
Ha! Now that’s funny!
My morakniv blunted the tip after staving into wood one time.... Fail.
Bummer! Did it bend it as well?
@@MontanaJeff didn't bend. Just had the tip split sideways and blunted. I loved this knife and now Im not quite sure.
One is none
Two are one
Three are enough
In Sweden it is considered a worker's knife. 99.99% of these type of knives (includes other brands such as Hultafors, Bahco etc) are never resharpened. They are discarded when dull.